Durham school to become a sixth-form centre

A SCHOOL is to be reduced to a sixth-form centre because of dwindling pupil numbers.

A SCHOOL is to be reduced to a sixth-form centre because of dwindling pupil numbers.

Durham County Council has announced it will consult with families over plans to change the age range at Durham Gilesgate Sports College, in Durham City. It could see the 179 pupils in Years 7 to 10 at the school, covering ages 11 to 15, going to school elsewhere while Durham Gilesgate, on Bradford Crescent, would cater only for students aged 16 to 19.

Headteacher Arthur Raymond, who has worked at the school for almost 30 years, said: “We know that parents love the school and were very proud of the successful Ofsted inspection this year.

“However, it is extremely unfortunate that the very low pupil numbers in Years 7 to 10 mean that this part of the school will struggle to remain sustainable in the long term. We are therefore having to look at taking the step of changing the age range of the school and we are seeking the views of staff, parents, pupils and others who are affected by these proposals.”

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